Masonic funerals

A Masonic Funeral is a rite afforded to all Master Masons in good standing within his respective lodge. It is a ceremony whereby a Master Mason may have the Masonic funeral rites performed by his lodge for the pleasure of those who have known him and his works.^[1] It is one of the few occasions where Freemasons perform public ceremonies.^[2]

The Masonic funeral is done at the request of a Master Mason or his family. George Washington's funeral was organized by the local Masonic lodge and held on December 18, 1799. Following a celebration of Episcopal Order of Burial, a Masonic funeral ensued, conducted by the Reverends James Muir of the Alexandria Presbyterian Church and Dr. Elisha Dick.^[3]

References

^ http://www.phoenixmasonry.org/how_to_conduct_a_masonic_funeral.htm
^ http://www.masonsmart.com/masonic-funeral-service.html
^ "The Papers of George Washington: The Funeral". University of Virginia. Archived from the original on 2006-07-05.

[1] ttp://www.phoenixmasonry.org/how_to_conduct_a_masonic_funeral.htm

[2] ttp://www.masonsmart.com/masonic-funeral-service.html

[3] "The Papers of George Washington: The Funeral". University of Virginia. Archived from the original on 2006-07-05.

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